“Nippon Distribution Consolidating Part of CX Functionality at New ‘N-Port Shiki’ Hub”
On March 22nd, Japan Publications Sales (Nippan) announced the first phase of their group-wide “Logistics Reorganization Program,” unveiling the name “N-Port Niiza” for the new facility scheduled to open in Niiza City, Saitama Prefecture in October 2024. N-Port Niiza will serve as a significant logistics hub for the company’s operations. Furthermore, as part of the […]
“Fukushima Galilei to Invest 10 Billion Yen in New Factory Construction in Kounan City, Shiga”
On March 22nd, Fukushima Galilei announced the formal signing of a contract with Konan City in Shiga Prefecture for the transfer of land rights. They revealed plans to construct a new factory for refrigerated and frozen showcases on the acquired land. The company intends to invest 10 billion yen in the construction of the new […]
“Japan Trex to Launch Driving School in April to Tackle 2024 Transportation Issues”
On March 22nd, Japan Trex, a manufacturer specializing in trailers, truck bodies, and related products, announced a new initiative towards resolving the logistics challenges of 2024 by introducing a driving school starting in April. The driving school, named “Toyota Human Resources Development Center (Driving Course),” aims to address the impending shortage of truck drivers by […]
“Hino Motors Adds Double Cab and 1.55 Ton Class to New Atlas Truck, Available from May”
On the 22nd, Hino Motors announced that they will be adding new models to their latest truck, the “Hino Atlas” (F26 type), including a double cab variant and a 1.55-ton class model with a maximum loading capacity of 1.55 tons. These new models will be available for sale starting in May. The Hino Atlas underwent […]
“Hino Motors Sells Vehicle Stockyard and Affiliated Factory in Saitama for Around 400 Billion Yen”
On the 22nd, Hino Motors revealed that it had transferred a site totaling 267,000 square meters, comprising a completed vehicle storage yard in Hidaka City, Saitama Prefecture, and a related company’s factory. The transfer agreement, effective on the same day, resulted in a transfer gain of approximately 40 billion yen. While the recipient of the […]
“First Time Moji Customs’ Car Exports Surpass 3 Trillion Yen, Rapid Increase in EV Exports”
On the 21st, Moji Customs announced that the export value within the Moji Customs jurisdiction in 2023 exceeded 3 trillion yen for the first time, reaching a record high of 3.2092 trillion yen. The quantity and value of automobiles (including used cars) exported in 2023 totaled 952,344 units and 3.2092 trillion yen. This significant milestone […]
“FRONTEO Acquires Patent for Economic Security Measures Network Analysis System, KIBIT Seizu Analysis”
On the 21st, FRONTEO, a company that deploys AI solutions, announced that they have obtained a patent for their Economic Security Measures Network Analysis System, known as “KIBIT Seizu Analysis.” This patent acquisition highlights FRONTEO’s innovative approach in utilizing artificial intelligence technology to develop cutting-edge solutions for network analysis in economic security measures. The patent […]
“Next Delivery Conducts Drone Demonstration for Disaster Relief Supply Delivery in Shimoda, Shizuoka”
On the 22nd, drone operator NEXT DELIVERY based in Kosuge Village, Yamanashi Prefecture, announced a drone demonstration project in Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture, in collaboration with KDDI Smart Drone in Minato-ku, Tokyo. The project aims to test drone deliveries for disaster relief using unmanned aircraft operating at level 3.5 flight autonomy in Shimoda City. This […]
“Wave Logistics’ Operations and Vehicles Suspended for Legal Violations by Kanto Transport Bureau”
On the 21st, the Kanto Transport Bureau announced that it had imposed administrative penalties on Wave Logistics, based in Edogawa-ku, Tokyo, suspending its business operations for 33 days and halting its vehicles for a total of 257 days effective on the same day. The Transport Bureau took action against the company based on information suggesting […]
“Nippon Life Insurance Acquires Large-Scale Logistics Facility ‘DPL Soka’ in Saitama Prefecture”
On the 22nd, Nippon Life Insurance announced the acquisition of the large-scale logistics facility “DPL Soka” located in Soka City, Saitama Prefecture. The acquisition was made through a fund in which Nippon Life Insurance acquired beneficial interests through trust agreements. DPL Soka is a multi-tenant logistics facility spanning five floors above ground, with a total […]